This. Band. Is. SwanNek. It's their first time playing in Manchester and you don't want to miss their Northern Line showcase event on the main stage at manchester jazz festival's opening weekender on Sunday 17th May!

Are you ready Manchester?! HANG Linton wants to take you on a ride... bringing you a live show that’s part protest, part party! Catch their live Northern Line showcase performance at manchester jazz festival's opening weekender on Sun 17 May at First Street: manchesterjazz.com/events/hang-...

"We are fortunate to have an incredibly engaged, passionate Trustees - we're looking forward to welcoming a new member. Sector-leading programmes - Northern Line & award-winning Jazz Camp for Girls. Whatever your background and story, we would love to hear from you” bit.ly/42t3YHd Chris Bye, CEO

Ancient Infinity Orchestra make their Northern Line Showcase debut at manchester jazz festival's opening weekender on Sun 17 May at First Street, where they'll perform tracks from their most recent releases and invite listeners to share in the joy of their sound: manchesterjazz.com/events/ancie...

Ghanaian-English musician Rory A. Green will explore lots of new music during his Northern Line showcase on Sun 17 May at manchester jazz festival. It’s part of mjf’s opening weekender at First Street, it's free to attend & there's plenty of good vibes to be had! manchesterjazz.com/events/rory-...

Rivkala is excited to take you down the rabbit hole of the crushed velvet cabaret bar at her Northern Line showcase performance at manchester jazz festival's opening weekender on Sun 17 May at First Street. It's free to attend & all are welcome! More info: manchesterjazz.com/events/rivkala

We caught up with the latest Northern Line artists about what inspires them & their music & what to expect at the Northern Line showcase, which takes place at manchester jazz festival's opening weekender on Sun 17 May (1pm-7.45pm) at First Street: manchesterjazz.com/events/?date...

🎷 Happy International Jazz Day! 🎷 You might be wondering how Jazz North fits into the world of jazz, so here's a brief overview of what we do…

New blog post! Read about our Manchester Artist Development Day run in partnership with @brightersound.bsky.social www.jazznorth.org/news/finding...

And last but by no means least, we present our final Northern Line artist as part of this year's roster; Rivkala, who'll perform as part of a Northern Line Showcase at manchester jazz festival on Sunday 17 May.

Ancient Infinity Orchestra emerged from the North of England as a joyous, communal force, rooted in collective music-making. Led by Leeds-based composer-double bassist Ozzy Moysey, the ensemble weaves melody, with expansive, uplifting improvisation, creating music that feels both intimate & cosmic.

Are you a northern artist keen to meet new collaborators & shape your future career? Our upcoming Artist Development Day (16 Apr at Band on the Wall) features a jam session with Mära Cruz & Kemani Anderson, discussions & workshops with artist-facilitators & more... www.jazznorth.org/news/jazz-no...

Our Spring artist forum with Trish Ferrarin from Elbow Room, explored how creating safe spaces for women, to collaborate & take risks within their music-making, is vital for the northern jazz scene to flourish. Read more here: www.jazznorth.org/news/elbows-...

At The Attic, Leeds with 2026 Northern Line artists. An opportunity to find out all about what it means to be on Northern Line, share music and discuss aspirations. 📆 Showcase mjf Sun 17 May 2026 1 - 8pm. www.jazznorth.org/news/a-day-i... @prsfoundation.bsky.social Talent Development Network

Hang Linton is a boundary-pushing artist from Leeds, fusing avant-funk, dance-punk, psych-rock & breakbeats into a raw and unapologetic sound. Armed with a sampler, synths & an unrelenting energy, every live show is part protest, part party; that demands your attention.

❤️ “Best Experience Ever!” Our 8th Jazz Camp for Girls took place over the weekend & was a great success! 70 girls attended events across the North & encouraged participants to be creative & explore playing jazz & improv in a safe, nurturing environment. Read more: www.jazznorth.org/news/best-ex...

IWD [3] You can read more about our work with inspirational women, including some of the amazing female musicians currently active on the Northern Line roster, here: www.jazznorth.org/news/interna...

IWD [2] Earlier this week, Jazz Camp for Girls project manager Helena Summerfield visited Manchester Uni to give a workshop at MUSICA Festival & we're hosting an artist forum on 17 March led by Elbow Room - a thriving community ensemble led by the jazz pianist and educator Trish Ferrarin...

On Sunday 8th March Jazz North will be joining supporters around the globe to celebrate International Women's Day and, closer to home, our ‘Jazz Camp for Girls’ weekend (7 & 8 March) takes place at venues across the North. [1]

Celebrating @internationalwomensday_global and Jazz Camp for Girls 7 & 8 March. Thank you to @musicteacherassociation + Teaching Notes podcast + Patrick Johns. www.jazznorth.org/news/interna... #IWD2026 #GiveToGain #jazzcampforgirls #artists #women #improvisation #Womentothefore

Join our Spring artist forum on 17th March (online) to celebrate International Women’s month & learn more about Elbow Room - a thriving community ensemble led by the respected jazz pianist and educator Trish Ferrarin - and how to create safe spaces to collaborate and take risks as an artist.

Helena Summerfield at her improvisation workshop at the student-run MUSICA Festival, Manchester Uni. MUSICA Festival: making a positive impact on the gender gap in the music industry + celebration of women and gender diverse musicians. ➡️ linktr.ee/musicafestiv... #IWD2026 Women's History Month

Next up in our rundown of Northern Line artists for 2026 is SwanNek, who'll perform as part of our Northern Line Showcase at manchester jazz festival on Sunday 17 May.

TWO WEEKS TO GO! Jazz Camp for Girls is back with 5 camps on 7-8 March in Trafford, Liverpool, Gateshead, Hull & Scunthorpe. Designed for musicians aged 8-14 with no or little experience of playing jazz & improv & aims to inspire them through fun activities: www.jazznorth.org/news/jazz-ca...

🎧 Are you a musician in the early stages of your career? Join us for a FREE informal meet-up on 13 March at The Met, where we’ll talk you through building your career as an artist! Topics include funding, touring, building networks, budgets & finding your USP: themet.org.uk/event/jazz-n...

Over the coming weeks we'll be highlighting our latest roster of Northern Line artists for 2026, who'll perform as part of a Northern Line Showcase at manchester jazz festival on Sunday 17 May. Kicking off the line-up is Ghanaian-English guitarist, composer and producer Rory A. Green.

On Sun 1 March, Stockport Jazz welcomes The Max Rosen trio featuring special guest Maria Sanderson to the Moor Club. The event is funded by Jazz North’s New Northern Fund, which supports new talent & helps promoters expand their audiences across the North of England: www.jazznorth.org/new-northern

Jazz Camp for Girls is back on 7-8 March 2026! Designed for musicians aged between 8-14 with no or little experience of playing jazz & improvising & aims to inspire them through a range of fun activities, celebrating the work of women in the jazz industry: www.jazznorth.org/news/jazz-ca...

📣 ANNOUNCEMENT - Here are five of the North’s breakthrough jazz artists to join Jazz North’s Northern Line roster for this year 2026: Rory A. Green Swannek Hang Linton Rivkala Ancient Infinity Orchestra More info: www.jazznorth.org/news/latest-northern-line-artists-revealed-2026

Girls just want to have fun… and play jazz! Are you aged between 8-14 and want to try jazz and creative music-making or know a young girl who might be interested? We’re running several Jazz Camps for Girls across the North of England on 7 & 8 March 2026: www.jazznorth.org/news/jazz-ca...

Attention curriculum music teachers (Key Stages 3 & 4) and music tutors interested in jazz education! Join our Educator’s forum Thu 29 Jan 2026 for an update from Jazz North’s L& P dept. plus explore NYJO’s new digital hub with NYJO's Beth Ismay. www.jazznorth.org/news/educato...

📢 Calling aspiring young jazz musicians 📢 Explore improvisation and collective composition with NYJO’s brilliant musicians in Manchester at @bandonthewall.bsky.social. More: www.surveyhero.com/c/sjiejvzm @jazzwisemagazine.bsky.social @londonjazz.bsky.social @europejazznet.bsky.social

New blog post about our artist development day at The Glasshouse International Centre for Music. In the last 12 months we've been to Liverpool, Lancaster, Hull, Grimsby and now Gateshead. Where should we visit next? Let us know in the comments. www.jazznorth.org/news/convers...

Sun 30 Nov - The Sam Lightwing Quintet Sam Lightwing - saxs Will Bird - trumpet Ethan Gillespie - piano Peter Hartley - bass Callum Montgomery - drums Tickets are £5 and doors open at 7:30 PM - all welcome! Stockport Jazz at the Moor Club 35 Heaton Moor Road Heaton SK4 4PB linktr.ee/jazznorth

Faye MacCalman talking about her experience of being on Northern Line. ATTENTION NORTHERN ARTISTS Apply before midday Fri 7 Nov to be considered for a place on the next round of Northern Line - Jazz North's touring support scheme. www.jazznorth.org/northern-line

Meet our wonderful 2025 Northern Line advisory panel! These brilliant people help make jazz happen across the North and beyond. Rianne Thompson Bob Walker Ni Maxine Thomas Rees Aisling Doherty David Porter Josh Aitman * Artists - apply by Fri 7 Nov 2025 www.jazznorth.org/news/seven-b...

Ferg and Bess from Ferg's Imaginary Big Band talk about the benefits of being on our touring support scheme Northern Line before their showcase at Manchester Jazz Festival. Application portal for the next round closes midday 7 Nov 2025. www.jazznorth.org/northern-line @jazzteabeer.bsky.social

Attention Northern Artists! If you're applying to Northern Line - here are our 5 Top Tips. Apply by midday 7 Nov 2025 www.jazznorth.org/northern-line

New blog post - www.jazznorth.org/news/a-day-o... @lancasterjazz.bsky.social @jazzwisemagazine.bsky.social @artscouncilengland.bsky.social

Join us this afternoon on zoom for our Applying to Northern Line Workshop! eventbrite.co.uk/e/jazz-north...

Part-time opportunity for an arts freelancer in the North of England. Closing date: Mon 13 Oct 2025. www.jazznorth.org/join-our-team

"Once again Jazz North throws open the doors and invites the most innovative, engaging, subversive and sensational to step up" Northern artists are invited to apply for live touring support. www.jazznorth.org/northern-line @artscouncilengland.bsky.social @prsformusic.bsky.social

London x Leeds artist showcases at The Attic, Leeds. Limited space 100 max! Tickets: Seetickets - DICE - Jumbo Records - Crash Records Maddy Coombs bit.ly/TomorrowsWarriorsRISE Donovan Haffner bit.ly/Tomorrows--Warriors--RISE #tomorrowswarriors @jazzwisemagazine.bsky.social @jazzfmuk.bsky.social

Seven promoters who will be making a difference to emerging talent across the North of England in 2025-26. www.jazznorth.org/news/seven-p... @jazzwisemagazine.bsky.social @artscouncilengland.bsky.social @londonjazz.bsky.social @europejazznet.bsky.social @prsfoundation.bsky.social

You’ve composed some great tunes and the next step is for your band to record them professionally. In partnership with Reuben Griffiths @springtankstudios we've created a handy guide - Recording Your Music. Blog: jazznorth.org/news/how-to-prepare-for-your-recording-session-so-it-runs-smoothly

Spellbound live at We Out Here festival! Another beautiful sun-slapped year and my first ever solo set. Grateful to everyone who stopped by <3 Shouts to @jazznorth.bsky.social for putting me on, hope to see many more Northern artists playing next year too 🧡🧡

Watch our socials on 1 Sept for news of the latest recipients the New Northern bursary - supporting live emerging talent #djlubi #HPBCLeeds #theatticleeds #NovaSol @jazzwisemagazine.bsky.social ➡️ jazznorth.org/new-northern

Celebrating our first four day Jazz Camp for Girls! Thank you to all the participants and partners. #Sound!MusicHub #LpoolCityRegion #ShakespeareNorthPlayhouse #jazzdanmark #nordiskkulturfond @artscouncilengland.bsky.social @womeninjazzmedia.bsky.social @europejazznet.bsky.social

New blog post about our 4 day Jazz Camp for Girls at Shakespeare North Playhouse in partnership with Sound! Music Hub. Photo: Girls with tutor Sarah Sands 📸 Alison James www.jazznorth.org/news/if-musi... @europejazznet.bsky.social @jazzwisemagazine.bsky.social @womeninjazzmedia.bsky.social

Last remaining places available for girls 9-13 years old to take part in next week's 4 Day Summer Camp in partnership with the Sound!Music Hub. Dates: Monday 28th - Thursday 31st Jul Venue: Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot, Liverpool Link in jazznorth.org/summer-camp